First responder network RapidSOS adds Emergency SOS video support with iOS 18

What a user will see when using Emergency SOS via Satellite with RapidSOS and video (Source: RapidSOS) Apple's forthcoming video expansion to Emergency SOS via Satellite for iOS 18 will now be supported by RapidSOS, a platform linking millions of users to 911 and other emergency services. For iOS 18, however, Apple is greatly expanding…

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Carbon Copy Cloner Review

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsExcellent performance, helpful user interface, and support guidesAmazing level of configuration, including scheduling, and task scriptingFrequent updates, good customer support, and great user community surrounding the appConsCreating a bootable drive is currently in the “hit or miss” stage for Apple Silicon MacsHigh $49.99 price point for the initial Personal and Household…

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Micron Launches 9550 PCIe Gen5 SSDs: 14 GB/s with Massive Endurance

Micron has introduced its Micron 9550-series SSDs, which it claims are the fastest enterprise drives in the industry. The Micron 9550 Pro and 9550 Max SSDs with a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface promise unbeatable performance amid enhanced endurance and power efficiency, which will be particularly beneficial for data centersMicron's 9550-series solid-state drives are based on a…

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iPhone 17 may gain variable aperture for better bokeh

A render of the iPhone 16 Pro's camera bump The iPhone 17 could offer a big boost to photographers, by including a variable aperture that gives more control over the blurriness of an image. Standalone cameras, such as DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, offer a few ways to fine-tune the image beyond the standard capabilities of…

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AMD Delays Ryzen 9000 Launch 1 to 2 Weeks Due to Chip Quality Issues

AMD sends word this afternoon that the company is delaying the launch of their Ryzen 9000 series desktop processors. The first Zen 5 architecture-based desktop chips were slated to launch next week, on July 31st. But citing quality issues that are significant enough that AMD is even pulling back stock already sent to distributors, AMD…

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Never lose your wallet again

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Android switchers boost iPhone Sales — but not for the iPhone 15

Android switchers boost iPhone Sales -- but not for the iPhone 15 Over the years, Apple has benefited greatly from Android users switching to iPhones. The models that the switchers are picking now is a short-term strategic challenge for Apple, but a long-term gain. In the June 2024 quarter, 17% of iPhone buyers were former…

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Malwarebytes Premium for Macs review

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsFriendly user interface, impressive scan speed, reliable malware removalReal-Time Protection teams up well with macOS’ Gatekeeper feature to help keep malware outVPN client is easy to set up, customize, and work withConsLeaves behind some malware elements that need to be manually removedLack of a custom scan feature is annoyingSome features found…

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